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The Best Episodes of War and Peace

Every episode of War and Peace ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of War and Peace!

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The love story of young Countess Natasha Rostova and Count Pierre Bezukhov is interwoven with the Great Patriotic War of 1812 against Napoleon's invading army.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    War and Peace Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.4/10(806 votes)

    #1 - Episode 6

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    As Napoleon marches into Moscow, the Rostovs rush to leave the city.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Andrew Davies

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  2. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.3/10(792 votes)

    #2 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Napoleon outrages the Russian emperor by marching his army towards Moscow.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Andrew Davies

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  3. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.0/10(872 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    A nervous Pierre fights a duel. Natasha and Sonya receive unexpected proposals.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Andrew Davies

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  4. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.9/10(776 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Natasha is shocked by Andrei's decision to delay the wedding and travel abroad for a year.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Andrew Davies

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  5. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(860 votes)

    #5 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    As Andrei prepares for a great battle, Pierre struggles with married life.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Andrew Davies

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  6. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(1104 votes)

    #6 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Russia is drawn into war with France, changing the lives of three young people forever.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Andrew Davies

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "War and Peace". It scored 8.4/10 based on 806 votes. Directed by Tom Harper and written by Andrew Davies, it aired on 2/7/2016. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 5".